(east-central region)

Day trip snap-shot: Watch sun-rise at Canaveral National Seashores and explore the park, kayak and eat a seafood lunch at JB’s Fish Camp, walk Flagler ave in New Smyrna for shopping, drinks and food.

1st Stop- Canaveral National Seashores

About: Prepare yourself to witness a sunrise on a untouched and undeveloped Florida beach. Referred to by locals as “red shell beach” it’s reddish hue comes from the cocinna shells that blanket it’s shoreline.

Address: 7600 S Atlantic Ave, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169

Arrival time: 30 min before sunrise ($5 per car to get in)

Activity: Here you will find your spot and settle in to watch the sun rise over the Atlantic ocean, bring your thermos of coffee.

Local Tip: During warmer times of year the bugs can be vicious, pack long sleeve shirts, pants and bug repellant.

There are 5 main parking lots for beach access. The first one has a freshwater shower.

2nd Stop- JB’s Fish Camp (3 miles N of Canaveral National Seashores)

About: The old fish camp drips with Florida texture and attitude. Here you can score local seafood, rent a kayak and watch the guides come in to clean their catch.

Address: 859 Pompano Avenue, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169

Arrive: 10-11AM

Activity: Rent kayaks to explore the Indian River Lagoon. Cost is 10$ per hour. No reservation needed, just drive up and walk toward the kayaks rental booth.

Local Tip: You’ll see manatees, dolphins and a variety of birds but at a distance so bring a good camera with a long lens. Hang out long enough and you’ll witness fishing guides cleaning their catch. Its also an epic spot to have a drink and watch the sun go to bed.

3rd Stop- Flagler Ave in NSB

About: Flagler ave is 1.2 miles of shops, bars, restaurants set in the beachiest little beach town on Florida’s East coast.